Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
heermannii
ID:
8287

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Greene) D.D.Keck

Source:
gcc

Year:
1958

Citation Micro:
Aliso 4: 112 (1958)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000007616



Common Names

  • Holocarpha heermannii
  • Heermann's Holocarpha
  • Heermann's Tarweed


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Synonyms

  • Hemizonia parvifolia Greene [unknown]
  • Hemizonia heermannii Greene [unknown]

Description

Holocarpha heermannii (also called Heermann's Holocarpha, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant with a height of up to 1 meter. It is native to California and is found in dry grasslands and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Holocarpha heermannii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes. It is also used as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Holocarpha heermannii is a yellow daisy-like flower with a yellow center. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single, thin stem with a few leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Holocarpha heermannii is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost. It can be propagated by seed or division in spring or autumn.

Where to Find Holocarpha heermannii

Holocarpha heermannii is native to California and can be found in the wild in the coastal ranges and Sierra Nevada.

Holocarpha heermannii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Holocarpha heermannii?

Holocarpha heermannii

What is the natural habitat of Holocarpha heermannii?

It is native to California and Baja California, Mexico.

What are the characteristics of Holocarpha heermannii?

It is a perennial herb that grows up to 1 meter in height, with yellow flowers and narrow, lance-shaped leaves.

Species in the Asteraceae family

Aaronsohnia pubescens, Aaronsohnia factorovskyi, Abrotanella filiformis, Abrotanella rostrata, Abrotanella linearis, Abrotanella trilobata, Abrotanella muscosa, Abrotanella inconspicua, Abrotanella trichoachaenia, Abrotanella caespitosa, Abrotanella nivigena, Abrotanella pusilla, Abrotanella linearifolia, Abrotanella papuana, Abrotanella rosulata, Abrotanella emarginata, Abrotanella fertilis, Abrotanella spathulata, Abrotanella purpurea, Abrotanella patearoa, Abrotanella submarginata, Abrotanella diemii, Abrotanella scapigera, Abrotanella forsterioides, Acamptopappus shockleyi, Acamptopappus sphaerocephalus, Acanthocephalus benthamianus, Acanthocephalus amplexifolius, Acanthocladium dockeri, Acanthodesmos distichus, Acanthodesmos gibarensis, Acanthospermum humile, Acanthospermum consobrinum, Acanthospermum glabratum, Acanthospermum microcarpum, Acanthospermum hispidum, Acanthospermum australe, Acanthospermum lecocarpoides, Acanthostyles buniifolius, Acanthostyles saucechicoensis, Achillea buiana, Achillea conrathii, Achillea cucullata, Achillea styriaca, Achillea clavennae, Achillea cappadocica, Achillea huber-morathii, Achillea ptarmicoides, Achillea sieheana, Achillea barrelieri,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record gcc-107361: Based on the initial data import
Edward Lee Greene (1843-1915): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Greene' in the authors string.
David D. Keck (1903-1995): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'D.D.Keck' in the authors string.